https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:29:18 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results/page/2#post-2312242 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:18:39 +0000 Angie 2312242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's avocado! Mine is more citrus and neon.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results/page/2#post-2312217 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:40:08 +0000 anchie 2312217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - yes, I remember, I read your blog post, but not sure if we are looking for the same green? I don’t mind pinks and reds in different shades, but for green I only really like this one type of green, not even sure how to call it, is it avocado, or kiwi or lime? Green with lot of yellow I think. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results/page/2#post-2312092 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 17:59:51 +0000 Angie 2312092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WE HAVE THE SAME WORD AND COLOUR FOR THE YEAR!!!</p> <p>Did you know that,<b> anchie</b>?&nbsp;</p> <p>HAH! :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results/page/2#post-2312013 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 05:59:08 +0000 anchie 2312013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni - good decision then on ‘cheap as chips’ skirt </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results/page/2#post-2312007 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 05:31:45 +0000 Jenni NZ 2312007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes it does. I only have 2 winter skirts that fit now since the black tulle one has become too big in the waist. So I shouldn’t buy more at this time because of that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results/page/2#post-2312005 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 05:29:43 +0000 anchie 2312005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni NZ - does it mean that you also don’t wear skirts in winter? I don’t mind tights if they are big enough, so I usually buy them in 1-2 sizes bigger. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2312004 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 05:24:32 +0000 Jenni NZ 2312004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anchie thank you for your thoughts on my dresses. I’m forcing myself because I hate seeing them go unworn and they are nice. With the winter ones, I need to not buy more because I have realised I hate tights, they’re not comfortable. I last bought a winter one in 2018 so they are all older than that. I do wear occasionally for events. In summer, I wear more happily just with sandals and have already worn 2 dresses in March. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2312000 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 05:02:28 +0000 anchie 2312000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - yes, interesting that we wear the same colors while our coloring is so different. I was never good at analyzing what colors look good on me, and I just wear colors that speak to me and make me happy. My word and color for the year are CHANGE and LIME GREEN, and I am embracing them </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311933 Sat, 04 Mar 2023 22:23:09 +0000 Angie 2311933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another who enjoyed your analysis, <b>anchie</b> :)</p> <p>It makes perfect sense for you!</p> <p>HIGH FIVE - we enjoy wearing the same neutrals and non-neutrals. Interesting because our complexions are very different! When it works - it works! Please carry on.&nbsp;</p> <p>With respect to patterns, I believe you either feel them or you don't. FOLLOW THOSE FEELINGS. Personally, I go through stages when I crave patterns, and when I crave solids. I tend to stick to patterns I do not tire of. The classics. I am quite set in my ways with pattern (and jewellery and shoes for that matter). Maybe you are too. Go with what you want to wear!&nbsp;</p> <p>Vigorously nodding along with your preference for long coats, and light shoes. Both = very addictive!&nbsp;</p> <p>Navy pants are great with LIGHT shoes, brights, and whites. Try that. I love mine &nbsp;:)</p> <p>As for silhouettes, you are wearing a dress as a tunic in another post - so there you go! New look, and it's fab!&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311745 Sat, 04 Mar 2023 09:51:57 +0000 anchie 2311745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I only have 7 dresses, (1 is winter, 5 summer, and 1 all seasons ). What do you think, why you have to force yourself to wear them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311741 Sat, 04 Mar 2023 09:41:33 +0000 Jenni NZ 2311741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>14. 9 summer ones ( I edited out two with forum help the previous summer but bought another two, one for love for $30 and one for this year’s family wedding in Canada) and 5 winter ones.<br /> Have to force myself to put them on even though I like them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311739 Sat, 04 Mar 2023 09:13:13 +0000 anchie 2311739@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni NZ - wears add up slowly, I know. I am happy if I manage to wear something at least 5-6 times in a year, that is why I try to wear everything each month. How many dresses you have? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311618 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 20:00:07 +0000 Jenni NZ 2311618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t think you need to add more patterns just because people mentioned it? It’s probably just that you talked about it and they picked up on that. And you’ve now told us you wear more prints in summer.<br /> In your latest pants post you do have that lovely printed shirt with the blue and orange in.<br /> BTW my total wardrobe number clothes and shoes is almost exactly the same as yours- about 146 for all seasons. Too many of mine are standalone I think like dresses. I wore 2 lesser worn items the last 2 days but it still only adds one wear each to little worn things… feels so slow. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311504 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 12:57:12 +0000 Tanya 2311504@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like your idea on experimenting with the new shapes of pants.&nbsp; &nbsp;I would do exactly as you describe, try a bunch of them, and foe every keeper, make sure you have the right tops/jackets etc, which may lead to additional shopping. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311486 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 10:01:12 +0000 anchie 2311486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Star, I think you are onto something. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311485 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 09:55:42 +0000 Star (Lise) 2311485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just to add, since I let my hair go silver I am veering away from prints.&nbsp; <b></b>Long<b></b> silver/white hair seems to be busy enough for me.&nbsp; Also preferring simple earrings ie. studs.&nbsp; Used to love statement earrings. I also wear specs. All too much together.&nbsp; &nbsp;Maybe the same for you...&nbsp; Suz wears prints so well but her hair is short. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311477 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 08:50:22 +0000 Star (Lise) 2311477@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also steering away from prints.&nbsp; I love your outfits made up of solids.&nbsp; I would try one new silhouette at a time and first see if they are you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311475 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 08:45:16 +0000 anchie 2311475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Please don’t get me wrong, I appreciate all your feedback, but I am curious why majority of you concentrated on patterns? Adding patterns was not really an area where I felt the need to improve, but it seems I need to reconsider? I was even planning to reduce patterns even more, I am little over side stripe and plaid pants and they seemed like good candidates for out when I get some new pants.<br /> Regarding experimenting with new silhouettes, I was thinking of updating my pants and jeans to some more current shapes like full length wide leg, maybe cargos, joggers or parachute, even considering pleated pants. Not planning to replace all, of course, but few interesting pairs for spring and summer should be enough. And then I would see if they also need some more updated support pieces, maybe shorter jackets? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311455 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 04:34:14 +0000 Suz 2311455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It was really interesting to see your outfits this month and also to read this report. It's very thoughtful and insightful and it seems the challenge prompted some valuable discoveries.&nbsp;</p> <p>My own discovery was that much as I signed on for the challenge, I was incapable of joining in, LOL. Sorry about that! I was doing another challenge (in another area of life) simultaneously and it proved more than I could manage.&nbsp;</p> <p>Prints can be difficult, but they can indeed add interest. So can varied textures, if you prefer colour blocking.&nbsp;</p> <p>My question is the same as Jaime's. I wonder how you will experiment without moving too far from what you like best? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311435 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 03:27:22 +0000 Jaime 2311435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very well thought out analysis. I wonder how you think you might experiment with silhouette without venturing too far from what you like to wear. That seems tricky! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311420 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 01:19:35 +0000 Tanya 2311420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great analysis, and I did read it all.</p> <p>Regarding prints, maybe start slowly with one really great one oy really love?&nbsp; &nbsp;I realized something similar regarding accessories - I do change my shoes often, and several outdoor hats/scarves, as well as watches, but the "optional" accessories&nbsp; - jewelry, belts, etc. rarely get worn.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311416 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 01:02:35 +0000 Anonymous 2311416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very thorough analysis! How about a couple printed accessories to add variety to your winter outfits? I like the idea of a tweed for you too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311374 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 22:26:16 +0000 Bonnie 2311374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Excellent assessment of your wardrobe and it's made me think about my own challenges. Having a mix and match wardrobe has always been a goal of mine and I'm wondering if having several different jean/pant styles makes it harder for me to do this. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311344 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 19:02:07 +0000 anchie 2311344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni NZ - my cold season wardrobe is 72 items including outerwear and shoes, not counting loungewear, gear, bags and accessories. I have the same amount for warm season. Average outfit has 4 items so I can in theory go through everything in only 18 days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311343 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 18:55:47 +0000 Jenni NZ 2311343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m totally amazed that you managed to wear everything. I have great trouble doing that and yet I thought our wardrobes were similar size.<br /> I like your insights. I am also slow to change silhouette and think I like the opposite ones to you! Leggings, tunics, long over lean, minis… I love all those </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311325 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 17:53:22 +0000 rachylou 2311325@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m feeling impressed! Hold on to these insights! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311322 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 17:48:50 +0000 kkards 2311322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>so many good thoughts here. it sounds like this was a great challenge for you!<br />this blew me away, "<i>there are no orphans and most of my items are easy to mix and match and I can create almost indefinite number of combinations"&nbsp; </i>WOW realizing that alone would have made this challenge worthwhile <br />i am the wrong person to give advice on how to decide what to get rid of if you love it all. which is why i've never practiced the 1 in 1 out . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311291 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:42:24 +0000 Zaeobi 2311291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For your belts, where do you store them? I find that both 'out of sight out of mind' &amp; a physically difficult position (like wrapped around other things or hidden deep on overlapping hooks) can have a big effect on how often I end up using my accessories. </p> <p>The strict diet sounds tough but I hope both it &amp; the medication end up being worth it! I'm not a very creative cook, so I'd end up just eating the same thing over &amp; over lol </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311286 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:10:41 +0000 Anonymous 2311286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I read it all and nodded along. &nbsp;I need to experiment more with three colors, so found your ideas very helpful. &nbsp;Most of my patterns are also on summer clothes. &nbsp;It is too cold for anything but layered sweaters. &nbsp;I have been slowly adding some colored sweaters but my best colors are not available right now. &nbsp;I want more warm greens for cold spring. &nbsp;March will be a month to experiment with color plus neutrals and layers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-challenge-results#post-2311285 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:04:59 +0000 cat2 2311285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a fun challenge! Maybe a Wear the Accessories challenge is next? Also, moving forward, maybe look for low key ways to add more pattern, like a houndstooth fabric or a boucle or summer tweed jacket that has fun colors? They aren’t as much of a commitment as a print. </p>